Several restaurants and businesses will offer free food and services to thank active-duty and retired military personnel on Veterans Day, Nov. 11.

Most businesses require proof of military service. Not all franchises participate in national chain programs, so check with your local establishment first. Most offers are for Nov. 11, unless otherwise noted.

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Restaurants

Applebee's: Active-duty and retired military can receive a complimentary full-size entree from an exclusive menu. Guests can buy a Budweiser, Bud Light or O’Douls beer at their local Applebee’s to be given to a veteran free of charge on Veterans Day as part of the ‘Buy a Vet a Bud’ program, which continues through Nov. 11.

Arooga's Grille House & Sports Bar: On Nov. 12, all veterans and current military personnel will receive one complimentary item from a select menu that includes the buffalo pretzel, chopped salad, sriracha chicken Caesar salad, barbecue pulled pork sandwich (served with fries, chips, or coleslaw), grilled cheese and creamy tomato basil soup, spicy Italian wrap or sub (served with fries, chips, or coleslaw), Original Boli, and 10 boneless wings tossed in any one of their more than 30 sauce creations.

Bar Louie: Veterans and military personnel From open to close Nov. 11, every Bar Louie throughout the country will offer veterans and military personnel a free burger or flatbread up to a $15 value when they show a valid military I.D. Additionally, through its weeklong "Mission for Vets" campaign, through Nov. 12, Bar Louie invites its guests to donate via an add-on to their checks. All proceeds will benefit Operation Homefront's Critical Financial Assistance program to help veterans and their families in immediate need.

Buffalo Wild Wings: Active-duty and retired armed services members can receive a free small traditional or boneless wings and a side of fries. Offer is valid for dine-in only.

California Pizza Kitchen: All veterans and active-duty military personnel will be able to select a free entree from a special Veterans Day menu that includes pizza, salads and pasta.

Chipotle: Active-duty military, reserves, National Guard, veterans and military spouses can receive a buy one get one free burrito, bowl, salad or taco on Veterans Day.

Cracker Barrel: Veterans receive a complimentary crafted coffee or a slice of its Double Chocolate Fudge Coca-Cola Cake. The offer is for dine-in only.

Dunkin’: Veterans and active-duty military can receive a free doughnut of their choice. No purchase is necessary.

Denny’s: Active, inactive and retired military personnel can receive a free Build Your Own Grand Slam from 5 a.m. until noon on Nov. 12. The offer is dine-in only.

Famous Dave’s: All former and current military personnel can receive a free 2 Meat Salute with one side item and corn bread muffin on Nov. 11 and 12.

Firebirds: Diner with a veteran or active-duty service member on Nov. 12 and their lunch or dinner is free.

Golden Corral: Veterans or active military personnel receive a free meal during Military Appreciation Night from 5 to 9 p.m. Nov. 12.

Hooters: Active-duty military and veterans can receive a free entree from a special Hooters Veterans Day Menu. The offer is available for dine-in only.

Little Caesars: Active-duty military and veterans can receive a free $5 Hot-n-Ready Lunch Combo between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Nov. 11.

Olive Garden: Veterans and active-duty military can receive a free entree from a limited menu available during business hours. The offer is dine-in only. Beverages and gratuity are not included.

On the Border: Active-duty and former military members can receive a free Create-Your-Own Combo 2 Meal on Nov. 11. for their service on Nov. 11 with a free meal. Simply present proof of military ID or service, and enjoy a Free Create-Your-Own Combo 2 Meal. Choose any two items off the combo menu like tacos, enchiladas, empanadas, mini chimis and more. All meals are served with rice and beans, and chips and salsa.

Pilot Flying J: Active-duty and retired military personnel can receive a free breakfast. They also can redeem an offer in the Pilot Flying J app for a free Pilot coffee of any size with their choice of a PJ Fresh breakfast sandwich, packaged pastry item or a Cinnabon Center of the Roll from Nov. 10-12.

Primanti Bros.: Veterans and active-duty military members can receive a free classic Primanti Bros. sandwich at any time on Nov. 11.

Red Lobster: Active-duty military and veterans can get a free appetizer or dessert on Nov. 11 and 12.

Red Robin: Veterans, active-duty military and reservists can get a free Red’s Tavern Double burger and bottomless steak fries.

Sheetz: Veterans and active-duty military personnel can receive a free six-inch turkey sub and a regular-size fountain drink on Veterans Day. Sheetz locations offering car washes also will provide a free car wash to veterans and active-duty military.

Starbucks: Veterans, active-duty service members and military spouses can receive a free tall hot brewed coffee on Nov. 11.

Texas Roadhouse: Veterans can receive a free lunch from a special Veterans menu.

Yard House: Veterans and active-duty military will receive a complimentary appetizer. Offer is valid for dine-in only.

Services, entertainment

Goodyear: All active-duty and retired military members can receive a free tire, brake and battery check between Nov. 9 and 11. They also can receive 10 percent off Goodyear, Kelly or Dunlop brand tires. The offers also are extended to first responders.

Great Clips: Veterans and current military members can receive either a free haircut Nov. 11 or a free haircut card to use at a later date. Non-military customers can purchase a service at a U.S. Great Clips salon on Nov. 11 and receive a free haircut card to give to a veteran.

Main Event Entertainment: All military personnel will receive complimentary $10 in arcade play and can choose one entree from a select menu that includes a bacon and cheddar burger, jumbo wings and fries combo, 10-inch ultimate sausage and pepperoni pizza, classic Cobb salad, crispy chicken tender sandwich, or chicken tenders and fries.